Speaking to Croydon Advertiser after the game, Jamie Fullarton wasn't too disappointed, as he believes the experience will serve the youngsters well in their development.

'It was a young squad and it was a great learning curve fir them. It's also early for myself being at the club, so you form opinions and you're having a look to see where the players are at to work on. I don't think I was surprised by what happened, but for the young players, it was the reality of tough and physical football.'